- Must visit
Museo Nacional de Arte Romano
The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
4 h 5 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
179 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Córdoba to Mérida is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Córdoba to Mérida will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 1 buses that leave Córdoba for Mérida on Sun, Jun 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 179 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 5 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 4 h 5 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Normal| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Autobuses San Sebastián | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Autobuses San Sebastián | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Autobuses San Sebastián | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $22 |
The table below shows live departures for Córdoba to Mérida buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:00 AM Córdoba | 3h00 | 10:00 AM Mérida | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Córdoba | 3h30 | 1:30 PM Mérida | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Córdoba to Mérida run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $31 (€25) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 14:45, the last at 15:20. The fastest bus covers the 111 miles (179 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 111 miles (179 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€25) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 2:45 PM |
Last bus 3:20 PM |
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The city’s flagship museum, designed by Rafael Moneo, houses one of Spain’s finest collections of Roman mosaics, sculpture, inscriptions, and everyday objects from ancient Augusta Emerita.
A compact but important collection focused on Visigothic sculpture and inscriptions, helping visitors understand Mérida beyond its Roman fame.
A local archaeological museum with finds from Mérida and its surroundings, useful for deeper context on the city’s Roman, Visigothic, and later history.
The streets around the Temple of Diana form one of the most atmospheric parts of Mérida, especially in the evening when the monument is illuminated.
The pedestrian route across the Roman bridge and along the river is one of the city’s best walks, combining heritage views and open-air scenery.
The historic center is compact and walkable, letting visitors move easily between Roman monuments, churches, squares, and everyday city life.
Acorn-fed Iberian ham from Extremadura, prized for its deep flavor and silky texture. It is one of the region’s most iconic products.
A traditional shepherds’ dish of fried breadcrumbs cooked with garlic, olive oil, and usually pork products. A classic comfort food in Extremadura.
Slow-cooked lamb stew seasoned simply to highlight local meat. It is a celebratory and very traditional dish in Extremadura.
Recognized Mérida restaurant with contemporary cooking and polished presentation, suitable for a special meal with local influences.
Well-known Mérida restaurant serving refined Extremaduran cuisine near the historic center, with a modern yet welcoming atmosphere.
Established dining room in a converted historic setting, known for regional dishes and a more formal experience in Mérida.
Generally cheaper than Madrid or Barcelona. Meals, coffee, and local transport are affordable for most travelers.
Tipping is modest. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Small change is fine in cafés. Taxis are usually rounded up, and tipping is not expected elsewhere.
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